By approval of the state, $5,534 in community policing grants also is being used for the event, Scott said.

Buses staffed by police volunteers will pick up the first 400 senior citizens who sign up — they must be at least 60 and from Holyoke — and bring them to the event. Seniors can begin reserving a spot on Tuesday at 9 a.m. by calling (413) 322-6901.